Employment Act (Chapter 91): Main labor law covering part-time employees, with 2019 amendments extending coverage to all employees. Defines part-time employees as those working less than 35 hours per week.
Employment (Part-Time Employees) Regulations: Specific regulations governing part-time employment, including pro-rated benefits calculations and working hour arrangements.
Central Provident Fund (CPF) Act: Governs mandatory contributions for both employer and employee, applicable to part-time employees with different contribution rates based on age and wage bands.
Work Injury Compensation Act: Covers workplace injuries, insurance requirements, and protection applicable to part-time employees.
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Regulates hiring of foreign workers, including work pass requirements and quota restrictions.
Personal Data Protection Act: Governs handling of employee personal information, including consent requirements and data protection obligations.
Industrial Relations Act: Provides framework for employee-employer relationships and dispute resolution mechanisms.
Key Contract Components: Essential elements including working hours, salary and benefits (pro-rated), leave entitlements, notice periods, CPF contributions, confidentiality clauses, and termination conditions.
